Xabi Alonso faces game one of a three-match acid test to determine his future at Real Madrid as clear favourite to succeed him emerges

Xabi Alonso is under pressure after overseeing a poor run of the results and the former Liverpool midfielder has spoken amid speculation Real Madrid could sack him this week

Former Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti was emotional when he knew his time was coming to an end as the Los Blancos head coach. The Italian had two successful spells at the Spanish club but moved on to pastures new. He is now the coach of the Brazil ...

Speculation around Real Madrid's search for a potential successor to the under-pressure Xabi Alonso has intensified, but Red Bull chief Oliver Mintzlaff has shut down hopes of luring Jurgen Klopp back to the dugout.

From the outset of the match, it was clear that Xabi Alonso was under immense pressure. Observers noted his restless demeanor on the touchline; he was frequently on his feet, visibly seeking solutions for a team that often struggled to implement his tactical vision.